However, all professional tennis around the world has been suspended until at least April 20 because of the global pandemic. A statement from organisers declared: “The Roland-Garros tournament will be played from 20th September to 4th October 2020. In order to ensure the health and safety of everyone involved in organising the tournament, the French Tennis Federation has made the decision to hold the 2020 edition of Roland-Garros from 20th September to 4th October 2020. “At this important period in its history, and since the progress of the stadium modernisation means the tournament can be held at this time, the FFT was keen to maintain the 2020 tournament. Bernard Giudicelli, President of the French Tennis Federation, added: “We have made a difficult yet brave decision in this unprecedented situation, which has evolved greatly since last weekend.

Source: Daily Mirror March 17, 2020 17:43 UTC